Wellington goes 'vampire-friendly'

Wellington has been declared vampire-friendly in an effort to support local film production.

What We Do in the Shadows, a mockumentary about vampires living in a flat in Wellington, was written and directed by comedians Taika Waititi and Jemaine Clement.

Two of the characters in the comedy held a media conference on Tuesday to unveil the Wellington sign on Miramar hill being changed to 'Vellington'.

Photo: RNZ / Lena Hesselgrave

"I think it's just a great thing for Wellington to be supporting vampires and documentaries about vampires", said Viago, aka Oscar-nominated director Taika Waititi.

Wellington mayor Celia Wade-Brown attended the event, saying the city celebrates being a film-friendly capital.

"This wonderful vampire documentary is absolutely 'spice' for the capital. Because it shows we can be funny, we can be clever, and it just shows what a great place it is for people to be able to work together."